Nominations are open for the BUSINESS WOMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD 2025 proudly supported by BPW WA, BPW BUSINESS INCUBATOR, BPW Belmont, Kidway Industries, G100, WICCI WA in the 32nd annual Belmont & Western Australian Small Business Awards!
BELMONT BEC
Do you know someone who deserves recognition for their achievements, innovation, or dedication in small business? Now’s your chance to shine a spotlight on them! The 32nd annual Belmont & Western Australian Small Business Awards are open and we’re looking for nominees who embody excellence and inspire greatness.
BPW WA, BPW BUSINESS INCUBATOR, BPW Belmont, Kidway Industries, G100 & WICCI WA are proud to sponsor the Business Woman of the Year Award – Showcasing talents and skills as a woman in business in WA.
Business & Professional Women WA (BPW WA), the BPW Business Incubator, BPW Belmont, Kidway Industries, G100 WA, and WICCI WA are influential organisations dedicated to supporting and advancing women in business and leadership. Each plays a unique role: BPW WA advocates for gender equality and professional development; the BPW Business Incubator provides training and mentoring for women entrepreneurs; BPW Belmont supports empowerment projects of women and girls; Kidway Industries supports advancing girls empowerment projects in Africa; G100 connects influential leaders globally advancing gender equality; and WICCI WA fosters international trade and collaboration between Australia and India.
Together, they champion women’s empowerment across sectors, offering opportunities for growth,
The Awards provide recognition and encouragement for small business achievements and are open for small businesses, individuals and organisations in Belmont, Perth metropolitan area and across regional Western Australia.
Nominating small businesses can be located anywhere in Western Australia and potential entrants will be able to access a wide range of support in preparing their submission that includes Free Award Entry Submission Kits including Free Webinars, Workshops, and access to Award Mentors who can assist with tips in preparing award submissions to impress the judging panel.
Open to small businesses, individuals, and organisations in Belmont, the Perth metropolitan area and regional WA, the Awards continue to recognise and celebrate outstanding achievements in the small business sector. To support potential entrants, a comprehensive range of free resources and assistance is available, including:
- Free Award Entry Submission Kits
- Interactive Webinars and Workshops
- Access to Award Mentors offering expert tips and guidance to help you craft a standout submission that captures the attention of our judging panel.
Whether you are new to the awards or a returning entrant, these tools are designed to help you put your best foot forward and highlight the incredible impact of your business.
Entries close 5pm Tuesday September 23rd and winners will be announced at the ‘Night of Stars’ event that will take place in the Ballroom of the Perth Exhibition and Convention Centre on Wednesday October 29th, 2025.
Key Facts:
Carol Hanlon, Founding CEO of Belmont BEC Inc. and TCFWA Inc and founder of the Belmont & WA Small Business Awards, expressed her continued gratitude at the event saying: “The Awards provide a powerful platform for small businesses to showcase their strengths, attract new opportunities, gain valuable media exposure, and inspire team pride and motivation.”
About us:
Belmont Business Enterprise Centre Inc. (Belmont BEC)
PO Box 370, Cloverdale, WA 6985 Phone 61 8 9479 3777
www.belmontbec.com www.belmontbec.com/awards
Contact details:
For more information on how to enter the awards and other categories, please contact [email protected] or phone: (08) 9479 3777 or view www.belmontbec.com/awards